2003 Hyundai XG 350 vs. 2000 Honda CR-V

To start off, 2003 Hyundai XG 350 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai XG 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai XG 350 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2000 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai XG 350 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai XG 350 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2000 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Hyundai XG 350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Hyundai XG 350 (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai XG 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda CR-V.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Hyundai XG 350 2000 Honda CR-V
Make Hyundai Honda
Model XG 350 CR-V
Year Released 2003 2000
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3497 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 194 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 180 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1690 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4560 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1745 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2620 mm


 

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